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Residence permit for full-time students at accredited Azerbaijani higher education or vocational institutions, valid for duration of studies.
The Student Temporary Residence Permit is established under the Migration Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan to facilitate the legal stay of international students pursuing formal education within the country. This permit serves as the primary mechanism for ensuring that foreign nationals enrolled in accredited Azerbaijani higher education institutions can reside in the country for the duration of their studies. It fills the gap between short-term educational visas and the need for a stable, long-term status that allows students to focus on their academic requirements without the burden of frequent visa renewals.
This permit is designed for full-time international students enrolled in recognized universities or colleges in Azerbaijan. It is a mandatory requirement for any foreign student planning to reside in the country for more than the initial period granted by their entry visa. The permit is distinctive because it is tied directly to the student's enrollment status and academic progress, requiring proof of admission and active student standing. It provides students with a secure legal framework to live, access local services, and complete their degrees in a supportive academic environment.
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
AzerbaijanMust be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited higher education institution, technical school, or secondary school in Azerbaijan.
Must have entered the country on an appropriate education-type visa.
Must have a valid passport with at least 3 months of validity beyond the permit expiry.
Must have a registered residential address (often assisted by the university).
Education
high_school or higher
Application form.
Copy of passport.
Official letter/certificate from the educational institution confirming enrollment.
Medical certificate (confirming absence of specific infectious diseases).
Document of residential area (e.g., dormitory contract or landlord's consent).
Two photos (3.5 x 4.5 cm).
Receipt of state fee payment.
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